Substitute Drug Fills Gap Left By Leucovorin ShortageAt the end of April, the FDA approved a substitute for leucovorin, a much-anticipated release during the ongoing shortage of the chemotherapy antidote. Fusilev, manufactured by Spectrum Pharmaceuticals, is a “ready-to-use” formulation of levoleucovorin for injection. The drug is used to treat the side effects of chemotherapy in patients with advanced colon cancer.

We'll be presenting informative sessions for patients, caregivers and children on topics that matter to you. Learn about parenting, intimacy issues, how to support and effectively communicate with one another, as well as the latest on treatments, clinical trials and more. Check out the complete agenda on our website. The registration deadline is June 22. Sign up today!

New Undy 5000 Incentive Program. Get Your Goodies!

As if you needed another reason to run in your undies! We are pleased to announce the new, expanded Undy 5000 incentive program. Fundraisers will get to choose from a variety of exciting prizes, ranging from Undy 5000 fashion apparel to the latest in technology. These new items will be available beginning with the 2011 Denver Undy 5000 being held on June 25. View the Undy 5000 incentive page to learn more about this program and check out the new prizes.

Understanding and Navigating Clinical Trials Webinar Replay

If you missed our latest webinar, don’t worry. You can watch a replay at your leisure. Representatives from EmergingMed explain what clinical trials are, which ones are right for you, why you should participate, as well as provide an overview of the new Colorectal Cancer Clinical Trials Matching Service, which matches you with trials based on your specific diagnosis and treatment history.

Get Involved Volunteers Needed: Take Action Now

We asked and you answered. You voted Joe Boxer as the company you’d like to see as the 2012 Underwear Sponsor for the Undy 5000 5K series. Now we need your help extending this invitation—our many voices combined are very powerful. It’s easy! Just click here to send a message directly to Joe Boxer. Help us get the word out. Invite your friends and family to speak up too!